Software and computer consumables

A wide range of computer supplies including disks, ethernet cards, printer cartridges and software are available from reception in Information Services 40-41 Park Place and from the Health Library. Location information is available on the Information Services locations web page.

Pricing

Copyright

Please note: when purchasing software, you will need to show your University ID card and complete the Copyright Software and Datasets form below, detailing the make, model and serial number of your computer.

Computers

All computers purchased by Cardiff University academic schools and support divisions are normally expected to be made from these approved suppliers.

Contract prices are also available to Cardiff University staff and students for private purchases.

Viglen

Viglen offers Cardiff University a minimum of 8% discount across its PC range. Additional discounts are available for bulk purchases, i.e. quantities over 25. Prices are available on the Viglen website. These include a 3 year on-site warranty (excluding notebooks).

Installation, testing and removal of packaging are provided for a minimal additional cost.

Viglen aims to deliver your goods within 10 working days of placing an order. Delivery is free.

Viglen provide a local engineer. In normal circumstances calls received by the Information Services IT Service Desk by 12:00 noon will be attended to on the next working day.

For quotes or further information on the products and prices available please contact the Education Sales Team.

Stone

Stone offers Cardiff University a minimum of 10% discount, with additional discounts available for larger orders. Details of available products and services can be found on the Stone Group website. Prices include a 3 year on-site next business day warranty as a minimum, with 4 and 5 year options available (excludes Notebooks). Lead-time from date of order is 5-7 days for standard specifications, and 8-10 days for non-standard.

Installation-to-desk, removal of packaging, commissioning and testing are available for a small additional cost.

Stone have Regional Engineers based in the Cardiff area who will, under normal circumstances, respond to service calls next business day, for calls logged before 4pm. Where possible, Stone will endeavour to achieve Same-Day response, subject to availability of parts.

Apple Computer

Apple Computer has been selected as the sole supplier for Apple equipment to Higher Education in the UK as a result of an extensive tendering and negotiation process. The current agreement began in October 2011 and will run until September 2014 and will include additional benefits to purchasers.

All Apple Mac purchases by Cardiff University academic schools and support divisions are normally expected to be made from this approved supplier.

Product information and current prices are available on the dedicated HE Apple Store website (Cardiff University Users only).